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1-4. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
1-4.Hybrid syst em
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)
■ When stopped/during start off
The gasoline engine stops
*
when the
vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the
engine is stopped
*
and the electric
motor (traction motor) is used.
*
: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will
not automatically stop. (P.66)
■ During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly
used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery) as necessary.
■ When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
Hybrid system features
Your vehicle is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle. It has characteristics different from
conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics
of your vehicle, and operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor
(traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and
reducing exhaust emissions.
System components
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B
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